Nathan MacKinnon status uncertain after hit in Avalanche’s loss Monday night

Ben Margot, The Associated Press Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon, left, shoots against San Jose Sharks goalie Martin Jones during the second period of an NHL hockey game Sunday, March 8, 2020, in San Jose, Calif. LOS ANGELES — The status of Avs star center Nathan MacKinnon is uncertain following a lower-body injury he sustained in Monday’s night game here against the Kings. Avalanche coach Jared Bednar will give an update on MacKinnon’s injury Wednesday, according to the team.

MacKinnon missed the last half of Monday’s 3-1 loss to the Los Angeles Kings after getting hit. He skated off without a limp and on his own power. He was believed to have been hurt during a puck battle…